ADD A CUP OF TEA TO YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE

Before you reach for that next cup of coffee, consider brewing a cup of black, green, white, or oolong tea instead! In essence, tea comes from various plants and is made by steeping dried tea leaves, herbs, or flowers in hot water for several minutes.

Not only is hot or cold tea a refreshing change of pace, you'll reap many health benefits, as all teas contain antioxidants, flavonoids, and free radicals that can help eliminate toxins. 

Unless you add cream, sugar, or honey, tea doesn't contain calories, sugar, fat, or sodium (in its pure form). It also contains less caffeine than coffee, and almost all herbal teas are caffeine-free. Read on to find out how to maximize your health with tea. 

Tea May Improve Your Cardiovascular Health
 Perhaps one of the most powerful antioxidants that tea contains are flavonoids (these are found in all plant-based foods). This powerhouse helps to reduce inflammation and improve blood vessel function, two keys to a healthy heart. Lower cholesterol may also be attributed to regular tea drinking. 

A great way to incorporate tea into your daily schedule is to drink a cup after exercise. Brew a steaming hot cup to warm up after a wintry hike, or drink some iced tea after playing pickleball outdoors. Tea is just as versatile as the ways you choose to stay active. 

Tea May Reduce Your Risk of Certain Cancers
The antioxidants in tea help to eliminate toxins from the body known as free radicals. An increased level of free radicals can be caused by drinking alcohol, smoking, or air pollution. Our bodies work hard to eliminate these, but can often become overwhelmed. Drinking tea can help give the body the extra boost that it needs. Tea alone is not a foolproof way to reduce your risk of cancer, so you should still keep up with your doctor, especially if you have a family history of cancer.

Tea May Help Keep Your Bones Strong
Bone density declines with age. Studies have shown that regularly drinking green tea may help prevent bone loss. There is also a super-herb called Moringa that you can make into tea as well. It’s packed with calcium, iron, and vitamins A and K.

Despite all the health precautions you take, muscle and joint pain are inevitable. Sometimes you need to enhance your workout recovery routine. Tea can be a pleasant addition to your workout regimen. You can apply TRUST Biologic CBD Pain Relief Gel to your daily aches and pains, while your tea is steeping!